150 episodes

The Flexible Neurotic is the edgy midlife podcast normalizing and inspiring self-reinvention in the second half of life, the “midlife remix”. It is an inside listen to experts in all areas of midlife including mental health, vaginal & sexual health (menopause), plastic surgery & skincare, nutrition, midlife career pivots, aging parents, and parenting teens. With expertise, information and sass, the podcast is hosted by Dr. Sarah Milken. She is known as the "Flexible Neurotic,” for her ability to help find the sweet spot between neurotic and chill. Relax, sit back, and let the Flexible Neurotic ask all the burning questions for you.

The Flexible Neurotic Dr. Sarah Milken

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 325 Ratings

The Flexible Neurotic is the edgy midlife podcast normalizing and inspiring self-reinvention in the second half of life, the “midlife remix”. It is an inside listen to experts in all areas of midlife including mental health, vaginal & sexual health (menopause), plastic surgery & skincare, nutrition, midlife career pivots, aging parents, and parenting teens. With expertise, information and sass, the podcast is hosted by Dr. Sarah Milken. She is known as the "Flexible Neurotic,” for her ability to help find the sweet spot between neurotic and chill. Relax, sit back, and let the Flexible Neurotic ask all the burning questions for you.

    "Candid AF" - Midlife Masterclass with Jennifer Fisher

    "Candid AF" - Midlife Masterclass with Jennifer Fisher

    EP 125: Join me, Dr. Sarah Milken in a rad, real and open conversation with one of my favorite midlife besties and hottie/smarties.     
    Jennifer Fisher is back! Our first episode was on zoom two years ago. Today, we are on fire and in person in NYC, underboob sweat and all! Jennifer is a jeweler, entrepreneur, chef, kitchen influencer, social media superstar, entrepreneurial speaker and overall midlife hottie. She’s a half-empty nest mom, just like me and is going through all the same things that most midlife women are facing… hormone shifts, kids leaving the house and all the things. She’s hilarious, honest, and inspirational, and today she’s giving us all the details, and I mean ALL the details on her favorite products and midlife motivations. We get into it!
    In this episode, we are getting into everything midlife, sweating mid-summer in New York City, having sons in college, menopause and more! 
    I was able to catch Jennifer on my quick trip to NYC. You will love this in person interview…so make sure to check out the full episode on Youtube and sign up for the full list of midlife goodies that she mentions in the episode. 
    Looking forward to connecting with you! Here are some ways to connect with me!
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC SHOW NOTES: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/episodes/125
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    • 1 hr 46 min
    Poolside Midlife TMI!

    Poolside Midlife TMI!

    EP 124: I know that I am your “midlife bestie”, oversharing my midlife “ugh’s & fabulosities” and finding us all the expert golden nuggets to create our optimal midlife. But, today I am talking to another midlife bestie, “poolside”! This midlife hottie showed up to our zoom interview in a bikini. Let me explain… we had a timing miscommunication and she was at her pool with her “teen sons” who are home for the summer. So, I went into my closet and put a one piece swimsuit on…a  little “Missoni like” number from Target, 5 years ago. We gotta get stuff done. No rescheduling, just doing it the way the universe had it planned for us…real life style. 
    We talk about our 2.5 decade marriages, keeping it real, empty nest and midlife friendships. We also talked about how she started her platform, how she tries to stay in the “fun and creativity” and not get lost in the vanity metrics.This is TMI and unfiltered midlife besties chatting “poolside”. SOOOO, of course there was some sweating involved. If you are looking for midlife inspo and real talk, then this episode is definitely for you. 
    Join me, Dr. Sarah Milken in a fun &  new podcast episode about everything midlife. This week I am joined by the fashion Instagram“link-queen” herself. She’s a fashion influencer, midlife remixer, Instagram bestie, Jen Sattler. We are talking about her journey through Instagram, influencing, sharing her story and finding her voice. 
    Today we are getting into all the ebbs and flows of midlife, instagram, marriage, empty-nesting and the power of being open with your community.
    Looking forward to connecting with you! Here are some ways to connect with me!
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC SHOW NOTES: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/episodes/124
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theflexibleneurotic/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC WEBSITE: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC EMAIL: sarah@theflexibleneurotic.com 
     

    • 1 hr 28 min
    Midlife Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance & Protein

    Midlife Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance & Protein

    EP 123: Blood sugar! Are you a midlife woman just learning about the dreaded blood sugar saga or you already know you are insulin resistant? Maybe you feel clunky and tired? Maybe you have gained a few pounds?  Do you want to learn some simple lifestyle changes that can help you balance your blood sugar, feel better and lose some extra weight? Want the secret to really making it a lifestyle this time, then you are in the right place. My guest this week is all about thinking of food as medicine, prioritizing protein and making the healthiest choices in easy ways.  
    Join me, Dr. Sarah Milken, in an informative and inspiring episode all about health and wellness in midlife. 
    This week I am joined by holistic certified nutritionist, Beth Bollinger, of Nest Wellness. She is a health and nutrition recipe expert, an IG phenomenon, sharing her knowledge about everything food & health on Instagram and her website. 
    Today, we are getting into the elements of her recipes from dairy, gluten and sugar free to metabolically balanced. She makes it look easy for us, you won’t want to miss this, it’s also available on Youtube. 
    We get into it!!! 
    Looking forward to connecting with you! Here are some ways to connect with me!
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC SHOW NOTES: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/episodes/123
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theflexibleneurotic/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC WEBSITE: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC EMAIL: sarah@theflexibleneurotic.com 
     

    • 1 hr 17 min
    Braver & Newer You: 10 nuggets

    Braver & Newer You: 10 nuggets

    EP 122: 6 month “midlife review” for you. It is 6 months into the new year. Have you taken any of those personal steps that you might have pondered on January 1? This is not general “self help” bla bla. This is the real juice. 
    Midlife woman, I know you are ready for a personal “uplevel” because you are here! Wanting a pivot, reset, rei-ignition, with some mindfulness on the side…me too! What if I told you that I could give you a carefully curated “top shelf” midlife golden nugget action step list that might get you to take that first tiny step towards “choosing you”? What’s stopping you…your inner mean girl, the perception that others will judge you, or plain fear of doing something new and failing? Me too! We are not settling! We are creating!
    If you are ready to jump off the “midlife hamster wheel” of the same damn day everyday…I got you. Me too! This week's guest is going deep with me and digging into 10 golden nuggets on being “braver” for you! 
    Join me, Dr. Sarah Milken in a new podcast episode that is all about bridging the gap between “knowing vs. actually” doing. This week I am joined by podcaster, author and thought leader with 400K+ social media followers, Cory Allen.
    In this episode we are outlining practical steps for midlife “uplevel”. Cory and I dig into his new book “A Brave New You: A Roadmap To Believing The More Is Possible” through a midlife lens, to uncover the 10 things for midlife women
    Looking forward to connecting with you! Here are some ways to connect with me!
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC SHOW NOTES: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/episodes/122
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theflexibleneurotic/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC WEBSITE: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC EMAIL: sarah@theflexibleneurotic.com 
     

    • 1 hr 27 min
    Midlifers, Choose You, Too!

    Midlifers, Choose You, Too!

    EP 121: It’s not selfish to put yourself first in midlife. Midlife self obsession is approved. My guest today has 400k social media followers listening to her every word. After being a mother and a wife, a friend, a sister or a career-er when will it be time to be you and choose you, too?!? Today’s guest explains why choosing you in midlife is not selfish and gives us the tools to show up for ourselves despite the midlife internal s**t show. 
    Join me, Dr. Sarah Milken in a new podcast episode all about choosing yourself in midlife. This week I am joined by London-based registered psychotherapist, social media rockstar and new author & podcaster, Helen Marie. 
    Today we are talking about self-worth, getting unstuck, parenting and re-parenting ourselves  - which are all topics that she explores in her new book called “Choose You Gentle Words to Help You Heal and Grow” which is a guide for inner-work and deep thinking. This is the midlife self-help, self-recognition, self-work episode you have all been waiting for. 
    Looking forward to connecting with you! Here are some ways to connect with me!
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC SHOW NOTES: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/episodes/121
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theflexibleneurotic/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC WEBSITE: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC EMAIL: sarah@theflexibleneurotic.com 
     

    • 1 hr 26 min
    Midlife Muffin Top: 6 Science-Backed Lifestyle Steps

    Midlife Muffin Top: 6 Science-Backed Lifestyle Steps

    EP 120: MIDLIFE MUFFIN TOP... I know you can relate.  As a midlife woman, do you struggle to find consistency in your diet? I do! Do you find yourself snacking when you're bored or when your college kid leaves the nest again to go back to school? I do! Do you wish that your weight loss was sustainable and easy to maintain? I do!!! This mini episode talks all about diet as a lifestyle in midlife and has some simple and practical nuggets for you to start today!
    This week we are doing another quick golden nugget mini-sode excerpt from my past conversation with nutritional therapist, registered dietitian & “fellow midlifer”, Kim Shapira. She knows what works and what doesn’t and she’s sharing it all with us today with 6 science-backed rules to transform your relationship with food. Kim says that applying these 6 simple rules to your daily life will result in aself n increased self confidence and improved health and wellbeing. 
    Enjoy this mini-sode, then dive into the full episode, where we get into so much more of Kim’s research. Food, Weight & Me In Midlife 
    Looking forward to connecting with you! Here are some ways to connect with me!
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC SHOW NOTES: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/episodes/120
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theflexibleneurotic/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC WEBSITE: https://www.theflexibleneurotic.com/ 
    THE FLEXIBLE NEUROTIC EMAIL: sarah@theflexibleneurotic.com 
     

    • 25 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
325 Ratings

325 Ratings

hermidlifestyle ,

Midlife Magic, Love this Podcast

Love the Flexible Neurotic Podcast. It inspired me to get up and do something in midlife. As a half empty nester, I was looking for my next thing. There are so many great midlife nuggets in every episode. This week Jennifer Fisher was on the podcast. As I was listening to them talk about everything midlife, I felt like I was on the couch talking to my girlfriends about all our concerns and life changes. A must listen 🩷.

Jennifer Anders ,

Such a good listen for those of us in ‘that’ season

So happy to find Sarah’s podcast!!! It’s funny and informative for us ladies going through midlife.

burrowbeck ,

Best Podcast for Mid Life

This podcast literally saved me going into middle age. As I was turning 50, I was so stressed out thinking midlife meant nearing end of life… I realized from all the great people on this podcast that are invited guests have wonderful knowledge and nuggets of wisdom. I really do enjoy the show and feel like Sarah is very engaged with all of us. Tune in -such a great podcast!

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